Montana Moderate Special Weather Statement | Effective 07/02/2026 19:43

Headline: 
Special Weather Statement issued July 2 at 8:43PM MDT by NWS Billings MT
Event: 
Special Weather Statement
Urgency: 
Expected
Effective: 
July 2, 2026 - 7:43pm
Expires: 
July 2, 2026 - 8:30pm
Description: 
At 843 PM MDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm 13 miles northeast of Baker, and is nearly stationary. HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 40 mph and nickel size hail. SOURCE...Radar indicated. IMPACT...Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around unsecured objects. Minor damage to outdoor objects is possible. Locations impacted include... Ollie.
Instruction: 
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building. This storm may intensify, so be certain to monitor local radio stations and available television stations for additional information and possible warnings from the National Weather Service. Frequent cloud to ground lightning is occurring with this storm. Lightning can strike 10 miles away from a thunderstorm. Seek a safe shelter inside a building or vehicle. Torrential rainfall is also occurring with this storm and may lead to localized flooding. Do not drive your vehicle through flooded roadways.
Area Description: 
Fallon
Forcast Office: 
NWS Billings MT